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XAMPP vs WAMP – Best Insider Comparative Study in 2020

XAMPP vs WAMP – Best Insider Comparative Study in 2020

The availability of local hosting packages like XAMPP and WAMP (known as web server solution stack packages) has done the world of WordPress developers and other Web-developers, a lot of good.

XAMPP and WAMP are both dominant packages for web development and local hosting.

Both packages are composed basically of the supporting operating system(s), a local server, a database, and programming language(s). These basic components empower you as a developer to successfully develop your website, create the content, test, and host it locally on your PC.

Also, the packages allow you to install content management systems (CMS) like WordPress and Joomla, for creating and managing your content.

Besides, when you are ready to deploy your site on an online host and go live, these packages make the process seamless and without hassle.

However, the bragging-rights tug between both packages persist.

So, to help you make a better choice, let’s get a better insight into the features, functionalities, and user experience of XAMPP and WAMP.

The Differences Between XAMPP and WAMP

Let’s find the core differences between Xampp vs Wamp on various aspects like ease of use, license, and size.

It derives its name typically from the acronym of its properties; cross-platform (X), Apache, MariaDB, PHP, and PERL. Being supported on Windows, Linux, and macOS, explain its cross-platform feature.

Besides being open-source, XAMPP is also free for download. However, let’s take a quick look at the components and their functions.

Apache (less commonly called Apache HTTP Server) is the open-source web server software that supports and runs PHP, as well as PERL.

MariaDB, a more recent version of MySQL, stores the content of the locally-hosted website as a database.

PHP and PERL are the programming languages for building (writing) websites. They are both supported by Apache.

Also, XAMPP has a hassle-free installation and less complicated use. It allows the installation and use of Content Management Systems (CMS) like WordPress and Joomla with the advantage provided by Filezilla.

XAMPP vs. WAMP: The Comparison

1. Platform

WAMP only runs on the Windows OS, while XAMPP, being a cross-platform stack, runs successfully on Windows, Linux, macOS.

2. Support

WAMP supports only PHP, while XAMPP supports both PHP and PERL.

3. Modules and Extensions

Besides, WAMP has fewer modules and programs, including MYSQL. XAMPP, on the other hand, has numerous modules and programs, MariaDB (recent replacement for MySQL), Filezilla, Mercury Mail, and so on.However, they both have Apache, OpenSSL, and a database.

4. Ease of Use

Also, WAMP is not as easy to use as XAMPP. XAMPP has a better interface with the start button.

5. Size

Relatively, WAMP feels heavier than XAMPP. Similarly, the size of WAMP is about 300.6 MB, while XAMPP across is platforms has a size not larger than 160 MB.

6. License

They are both licensed under the GNU General Public License. Although WAMP is not ope-source, XAMPP is open-source. They are both free for download and use.

Next Step

With the comparison, we have just done, it is time to find out who the victor is. XAMPP and WAMP both have their slights and advantages.

Besides, you’d find that both packages are reliable for other web developers in the successful development of websites, local hosting, and eventual deployment.

If you are a multi-language developer, XAMPP is a great choice. Also, especially if you work with operating systems other than the Windows OS and have advanced in your coding skills.

However, WAMP would be a better choice, though, if you are proficient with PHP and work with Windows on your PC.

I hope you’d be able to make a great choice with this comparative study we have just done.